Job shadowing

• Jamie Koyle, Child Care Specialist
• Kids Count Daycare; 519 North Main St. Spanish Fork, Ut.

1. What skills or prerequisites are required?
High School Diploma, Be certified in CPR and First Aid.

2. How do you handle unruly children?
Time –out for older children and space or distraction away from the problem for younger children.

3. What is your routine on a normal day?
Check-in, clean-up after breakfast, change diapers, play with toys, go for a walk, play outside, eat lunch, do naptime and clean up, do a structured activity, and then play with the kids until parents pick-up.

4. What’s been your worst day?
Having to change a lot of poopy diapers, everyone had runny noses, and the kids were cranky.

5. What types of hours are required? Do you come in early or stay late often?
A full time employee works 9 hours, with a 1 hour break. With infants you are required to keep a baby book to keep track of diapers, naps, feedings, or anything that looks unusual about the baby. This is checked at the end of every day.
The only employees that come in early are the cooks to get meals ready.

6. Do you spend a lot of time outdoors?
Depends on the weather, but they try to have the children out in the fresh air as much as possible.

7. Do all employees help each other or is everyone assigned to different age groups or projects?
Everyone has their own assignments, but they still have some knowledge in all areas in case they are needed.

8. How is illness handled with so many children? How do you stay healthy?
Kids can come with a cold, but they are sent home if they have diarrhea, fever of 101F or are throwing up.
Many employees have excellent immune systems by being around children so much, but they also use hand sanitizer, plus rubber gloves when they do anything with sick children or diapers.

I found job shadowing very helpful. I was able to see what type of environment the employees work in, how employee and parent interaction is, how much work it actually is and I learned that I enjoy caring for the infants and toddlers the most.
I would love to pursue this career. I felt energized instead of bored or discouraged. This is the type of job that I would be willing to go to more years of school for or even just volunteer. I liked the kids and the kids liked me.

Mock Interview

a. Who did you interview with and what is their job title?
Amber Collins, Career Counselor for Humanities, Social Science and Arts

b. What was the most useful about this experience?
She gave me a lot of pointers on how to relax and that it is better to be yourself than stuttering to try and be more professional.

c. What was the most difficult question you were asked? Why?
"Tell me about yourself"; I had a hard time thinking of professional things about myself right off the top of my head.

d. What advice would you give others preparing for the interview?
Be yourself, you usually will show more unique qualities to get you the job if you aren't trying to conform to what you think they need.

e. Name at least three (3) things you learned.
I relax and interview better when I don't feel like I need to remember the script I wrote the night before.
An interviewer can decide whether they like you or not from the moment they see you.
It is best to leave your thank you note in their mailbox as you leave instead of mailng it.

f. Name at least three (3) things that can be improved on for your next interview.
I need to sound more confident about myself when I tell about things that I'm good at.
I could take some notes with me so that I don't have to remember the questions that I wanted to ask them and I can have their answers on paper to remember.
I can reword my sentences to have my answers sound good for the companies needs as well as my own.

Star Stories

1. Give an example of what teamwork means to you.

• As a manager for McDonald’s, creating teamwork with the other employees was essential.
• Getting food orders out in a precise and timely manner took a lot of effort.
• I switched some employee’s positions to better suit their qualifications.
• Communication flowed and orders were getting out. Employee’s work better when they are doing things that they are good at.

2. Give me an example of a major challenge that you faced, and how you went about addressing the problem and how it worked out.

• As a mother of two small children, it is very hard to find time for yourself.
• I was getting very physically and emotionally fatigued, and knew that I had to find some kind of retreat.
• I sat down with my husband and discussed the problem. We both decided that we would each get two nights a week to ourselves while the other person watched the kids, then make one night for family, and one night without the kids for us as a couple.
• This gave us both a retreat to rejuvenate ourselves and be better parents for our children.



3. Describe a past goal and how you achieved it.

• I wanted to be able to have my children wear new cloth, “Green” diapers, but didn’t have the money to buy them.
• I had to find some way to get some more money or find a way to make the diapers myself to bring down the cost.
• I shared my problem with friends on Facebook and one was able to direct me to a person that had the pattern to make my own diapers.
• I was able to make my own diapers and save money, as well as help take down the amount of waste our family produces.

Cover letter & Resume

Heather Dillingham
735 West 200 South
Payson, UT 84651
(801) 465-0155


Dear Director of Such and Such Daycare Center,


Being a full time mother and having been a shift manager for a restaurant has given me good skills of organization, time management and communication to go along with my love for kids.

I also have profound writing and typing skills that have been refined by college literature, philosophy, humanities classes, and doing reports as a manager.

To add to all this, I am a highly motivated, upbeat person that always loves to learn new things.

I know that these skills will help me keep your day care in good order, as well as help nurture the lives and creativity of the children in your daycare. I look forward to meeting with you in person to further discuss my qualifications for this position.

Thank you,
Heather Dillingham


















Heather Dillingham

735 West 200 South ◊ Payson, UT 84651 ◊ dilly2004@gmail.com ◊ 801-465-0155


Objective
• An entry-level position as a child care worker

Interest
• Loves to work with kids.
• Excellent time management and people skills.
• Self-motivated and upbeat.

Experience
• Homemaker, September 2005-
• Southgate Hardware Cashier, July 2005-September 2005
• Payson McDonald’s Restaurant Shift Manager, October 2004-July 2005
• Ephraim McDonald’s Restaurant Worker, January 2004-December 2004
• Being a mother and a restaurant manager, before that, has given me good experience on how to work well with others, as well as, how to keep everything and everyone running smoothly.

Education
• High school diploma
• Graduating with an Ass. of University Studies in Dec. 2010

Strengths
• Great people person keeps situations under control and problems resolved quickly.
• Learns quickly and easily.
• Always trying new things.

e-scavenger hunt

L10 - CSSE e-Scavenger Hunt
Explore the Career Services and Student Employment website: www.uvu.edu/csse. As you complete this e-Scavenger Hunt you will find many resources available to assist you as you prepare for your career.

1. List at least one event that is happening this semester listed in Calendar of Events. Are there any employers interviewing on campus this week? If so who is it and when will they be on campus?
-Recruiting days on campus Tuesday, June 1st and Wednesday July7th 8:30a.m.-3:30p.m.
-No, employers are not interviewing this week.

2. List 4 services offered by Career Services & Student Employment.
-Recruiting Fairs/Events -Help make a resume
-Shows a list of intern/jobs available -Informs you how to get a job.

3. What are 4 sources the website directs you to look for job opportunities?
-Jobs & Internships -Employer interview schedules
-Info. Sessions & Career Events -Mentor Search
4. Locate the names of 4 counselors and what their specific area is.
Career Counselor, Science and Health Career Counselor, Humanities, Arts and Social Science Amber Collins
Susan Stephenson
Career Counselor, Technology and Computing
Department Technology Manager
Jordan Doman
Career Counselor, Education
Gary Gardner
5. Who is the Director of Internship Services & Student Employment? Who is the Internship Coordinator?
-Marsha Haynes, Director of Internship Services & Student Employment
-Maren Mather, Internship Coordinator

6. What are two internships on the “Weekly Hot Internships” list?
-Design Intern -Drafting Intern
7. List two internships available in Washington DC and the current deadline for application.
-Republican National Committee, Aug. 15th -Charles G. Koch Foundation, Aug. 21st

8. Find the testimonial page for internships. (http://www.uvu.edu/internships/students/testimonials.html) View at least one testimonial. Who did you watch and what did you learn?
-Anna Culp: It gave her a lot of experience in the field of publication which she wasn’t anticipating.
9. What internship scholarships are available?
Non-profit Scholarships, Government Scholarships, and General Scholarships.

10. What services are available to help you prepare for grad school?
-Graduate School Fair -Computerized/Book practice materials for entrance exams
-Get help with what school to choose

11. List the url for help with resumes found on this site.
http://uvu.optimalresume.com/

12. Find Optimal Resume on the site. This is a free service to help students create a basic resume. Create an account and a simple resume with this tool. Submit the resume you created with this assignment. (I’m not grading on the resume you create. I just want you to know about this tool.)



13. What is the url for student employment and how do you apply for an on campus job?
www.uvu.edu/csse; Go to UV Job board and follow the step-by-step instructions.

14. What suggestions do you have for the CSSE facebook account that would make it more helpful?
I saw that some people posted events, but if the post gets into another day you won’t see it. So, there needs to be something that shows different events for more than one day.

15. Send us an email csse@uvu.edu or go to the “Have a quick Question” box on the internship site www.uvu.edu/internships and ask what are the three words that describe the CSSE mission?
Prepare, connect and engage

16. Where is the CSSE office located? What is the office phone number?
Room LC-409 at Utah Valley University, Orem
(801) 863- 6364

Now you know alot about Career Services & Student Employment stop in and get acquainted or email your questions to csse@uvu.edu

Find an Internship

*Expanding Horizons Preschool / Children’s Behavioral Therapy Unit (Salt Lake City ,Ut)
They provide an inclusive, developmentally appropriate, nurturing environment for children ages 2-5. To
provide a setting for children with autism to integrate with typical children.
http://www.carmenbpingree.com/
I think that this internship would give me good experience with handling children with disabilities for all day care centers.


*The National League of Cities childhood obesity program; (Washington, DC)
Collect information regarding city initiatives as they relate to childhood obesity prevention and conduct research on city policies, laws/ordinances that support or impede healthy eating and active living;
http://www.washingtonpost.com/wl/jobs/JS_JobSearchDetail?jobid=29326832&jobSummaryIndex=0&agentID=&xfeed=1&wpmk=MK0000004
I think that this internship would give me a better knowledge of different problems that children and their families face.


*See-Abroad Volunteer program (Cambodia, Indonesia, Nepal, Thailand, Vietnam, Malawi, Kenya)
Main mission is to train and/or provide opportunity to young people of developed countries to help poor people and communities of less
developed ones.
http://www.see-abroad.com/
I think that this internship would give me a better knowledge of different cultures within individual families.


* Cheerful Hearts Foundation (Ghanda)
This internship position is for all people who desire to intern by caring for children and teaching younger kids.in schools and/or orphanages.
http://www.idealist.org/if/i/en/av/Internship/154749-247/c
I think this internship would also help me with different types of cultures.


*SLCAP Head Start
Mission of The Salt Lake CAP Head Start is to nurture and educate young children, empower
families, and partner with communities through professional and valued staff.
Prerequisites for students volunteering with your organization:
(specific backgrounds, interest, classes, skills, etc.)
Teacher’s Aid: Early childhood classes
Family Advocate Aid: case management classes, interests in parent involvement, father involvement,
ore parenting classes
Minimum commitment needed from students: 4 hours per week
Best days and times for field training (internship): Ten centers across Salt Lake county, usually open
between 7:30 AM and 5:30 PM
Students can participate in training: __X__ one semester (15 weeks) __X__ two semesters
Semesters students may participate: __X__ Fall semester (mid-August to mid-December)
__X__ Spring semester (January to May)
http://www.headstart-slcap.org/
I think that this will help me gain experience in the field of teaching and caring for children to increase my job possibilities after school.

Internship Sales Group Project

$$$ INTERNSHIPS PAY $$$

WHY SHOULD YOU DO AN INTERNSHIP?
Internships provide graduates with field experience and expands your knowledge and skills. Every employer looks for experience, and an internship is a great way to gain experience you need.
• Get paid for completing college credit.
• Broaden your horizons by meeting new people, not just fellow students or co-workers, but those who are on the cutting edge of development in your field. Meeting new people provides opportunity to network in your chosen field.
• With little commitment, you can take the career for a “test drive.” If you are considering numerous careers, this will narrow the choices making your “big decision” easier.
• Building your resume is another benefit of completing an internship. Many potential employers look at your resume for internships and service experience. Oftentimes internships are unpaid. This demonstrates to employers that you are passionate about working in your field.
• Internships are beneficial to students who plan to attend graduate school. In many graduate programs, hours spent in the field are required and could make the difference between being accepted or not. Gaining experience as an intern dramatically increases your chances of both getting into the career you want as well as getting into the school you want.
• After completing an internship, many students are hired immediately. As an intern, the company you are working for has an opportunity to observe your work ethic and abilities without the pressure of hiring/firing practices. Companies provide internships so they can determine if you will be an asset. After completing an internship, an average of 55% of students is offered a full time job. In some cases, a company won't hire you until you have performed to their satisfaction while completing an internship.
What more could you ask for than to get paid for going to college and earning credit toward your degree?

Group 1: Heather Dillingham, Devan Durfey, Jodi Kitchen, and William Morris.

Tempting Ten

Horticulture:
Grounds Keeper, Lawn-maintenance foreman, Landscape Supervisor, Planting Foreman, Nursery Manager, General tree care/climber, Horticulture-grower, Utility Forester, Associate Plant Scientist, and Agranomist-plant.

Child Care:
Care giver, Babysitter, Nanny, Daycare, Preschool class aid, Senior home care, Director of Home and Personal services, Child and Family Resources and Administrative Assistant.